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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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