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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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