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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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