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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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