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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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