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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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