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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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