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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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