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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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