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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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