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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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