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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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