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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bosnia and Herzegovina to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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