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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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