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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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