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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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