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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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