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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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