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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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