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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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