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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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