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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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