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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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