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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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