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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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