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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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