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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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