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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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