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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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