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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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