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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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