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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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