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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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