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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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