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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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