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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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