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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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