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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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