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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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