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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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