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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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