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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online education are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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