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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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