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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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