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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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