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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning 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 guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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