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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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