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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also talks about 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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