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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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