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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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