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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to understand these new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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