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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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