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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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