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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews 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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