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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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