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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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