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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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