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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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