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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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