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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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