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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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