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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of 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 be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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