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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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