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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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