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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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