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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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