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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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