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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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