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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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