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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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