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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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