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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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