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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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