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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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