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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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