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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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