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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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