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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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