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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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