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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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