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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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