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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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