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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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