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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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