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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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