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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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