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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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