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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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