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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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