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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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