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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-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 we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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