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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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