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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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