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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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