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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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