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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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