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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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