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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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