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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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