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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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