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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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