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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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