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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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