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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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