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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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