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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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