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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online education have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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