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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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