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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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