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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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