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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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