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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these important new open educational endeavours. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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