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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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