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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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