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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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