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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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