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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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