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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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