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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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