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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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