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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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