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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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