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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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