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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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