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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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