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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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