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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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