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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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