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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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