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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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