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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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