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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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