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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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