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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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