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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important 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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