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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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