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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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