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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic education technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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