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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education experiments. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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