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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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