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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nepal to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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