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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever 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 participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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