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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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