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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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