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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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