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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in e-learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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