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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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