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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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