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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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