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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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