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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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