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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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