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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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