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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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