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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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