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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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