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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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