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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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