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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs)