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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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