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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Google+ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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