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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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