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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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