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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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