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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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