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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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