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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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