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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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