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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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