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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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