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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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