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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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