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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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