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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning 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 guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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