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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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