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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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