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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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