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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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