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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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