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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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