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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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