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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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