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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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