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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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