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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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