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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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