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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also examines the 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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