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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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