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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major 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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