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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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