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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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