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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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