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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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