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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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