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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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