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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates 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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