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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly 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 several issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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