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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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