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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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