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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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