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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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