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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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