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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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