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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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