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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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