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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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