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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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