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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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