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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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