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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology enable people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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