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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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