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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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