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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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