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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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