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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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