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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational experiments. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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