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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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