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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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