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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What 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 manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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