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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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