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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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