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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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