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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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