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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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