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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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