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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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