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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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