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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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