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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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