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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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