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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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