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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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