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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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