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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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