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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take 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. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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