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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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