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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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