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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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