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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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