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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology are empowering students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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