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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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