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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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