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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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