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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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