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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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