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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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