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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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