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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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