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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better understand these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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