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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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