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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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