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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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