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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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