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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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