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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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