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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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