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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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