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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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