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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in digital education technology enable people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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