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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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