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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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