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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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