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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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