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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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