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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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