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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education