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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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