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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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