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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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