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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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