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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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