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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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