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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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