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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate 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 digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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