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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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