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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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