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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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