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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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