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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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