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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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