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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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