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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to massively open online courses (MOOC) and open education resources (OERs). As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Modern improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation.

There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? What different business models are being used by institutions like the University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. In response to this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the historical trends associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. For more details please visit this Open Education Resources Book site.

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