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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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