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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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