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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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