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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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