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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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