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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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