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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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