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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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