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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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