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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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