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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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