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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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