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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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