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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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