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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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