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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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