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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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