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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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