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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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