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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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