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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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