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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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