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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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