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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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