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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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