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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses 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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