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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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