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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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