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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key 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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