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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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