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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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