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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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