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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better understand these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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