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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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