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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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