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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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