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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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