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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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