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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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