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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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