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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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