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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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