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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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