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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology are enabling students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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