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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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