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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the 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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