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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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