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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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 procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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