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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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