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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have empowered humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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