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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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