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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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