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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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