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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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