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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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