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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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