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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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