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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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