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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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