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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational experiments. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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