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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education 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 institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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