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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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