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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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