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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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