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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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