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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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