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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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