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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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