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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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