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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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