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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better understand these open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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