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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. People want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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