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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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