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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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