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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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