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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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