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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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