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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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