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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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