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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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