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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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