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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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