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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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