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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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