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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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