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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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