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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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