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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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