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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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