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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons