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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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