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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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