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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in digital education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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