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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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