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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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