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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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