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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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