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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning enable students in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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