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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology are enabling learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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