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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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