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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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