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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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