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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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