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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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