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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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