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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Anguilla to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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