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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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