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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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