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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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