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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology have enabled people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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