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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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