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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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