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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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