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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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