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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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