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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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