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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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