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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational experiments. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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