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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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