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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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