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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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