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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly 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 several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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