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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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