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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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