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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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