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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in digital education technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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