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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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