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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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