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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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