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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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