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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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