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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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