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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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