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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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