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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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