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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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