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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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