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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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