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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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