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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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