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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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