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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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