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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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