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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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