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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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