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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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