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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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