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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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