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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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