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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better perceive these open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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