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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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