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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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