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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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