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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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