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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-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. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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