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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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