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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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