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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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