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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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