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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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