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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major 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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