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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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