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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education