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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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