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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education technology enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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