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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes 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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