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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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