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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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