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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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