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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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