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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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