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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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