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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in digital education technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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