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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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