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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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