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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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