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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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