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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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