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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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