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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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