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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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