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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the most important 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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