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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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