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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology enable humans all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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