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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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