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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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