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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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