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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic educational technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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