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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction 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 we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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