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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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