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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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