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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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