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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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