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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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