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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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