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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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