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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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