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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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