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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand these important new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education