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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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