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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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