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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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