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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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