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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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