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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online 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 we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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