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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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