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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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