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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving 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 ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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