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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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