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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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