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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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