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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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