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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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