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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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