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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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