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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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