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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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