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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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