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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in 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 MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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