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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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