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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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