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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education experiments. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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