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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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