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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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