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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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