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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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