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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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