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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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