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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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