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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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